Why a $2.5 billion surplus has created a migraine for the WA government
For most other governments, a $2.5 billion surplus would be news to shout from the rooftops. For the…
WA’s gun laws in national spotlight with national reforms flagged after Bondi terror attack
As Australia looks to strengthen its firearms laws in the wake of the Bondi terror attack, recent changes…
Premier Roger Cook handed extra powers as pro-development laws pass WA parliament
WA Premier Roger Cook will be granted extra powers to change the rules on approvals for hand-picked “priority…
Cleveland Dodd’s care in Unit 18 ‘inhumane’, coroner examining youth detention death finds
Western Australia’s first recorded death in youth detention was preventable and the notorious facility where he died should…
Roger Cook wants to change the rules on project approvals to avoid FOMO, but critics have their doubts
While most West Australians are busy thinking of Christmas presents and summer holidays, many of the state’s politicians…
Asbestos found in new Edith Cowan University campus in Perth CBD
Asbestos has been discovered in fire doors at Perth’s first inner-city university, and authorities say it will not…
E-rideables inquiry calls for wide-ranging changes to WA laws, including tougher penalties against riders
Children under the age of 16 will be banned from using and storing e-rideables at all WA public…
WA Electoral Commissioner Robert Kennedy resigns months after problem-plagued state election
WA’s top election official has resigned, nine months after the state’s problem plagued election that led to widespread…
Upgrades to WA public transport payment system to be rolled out in early December
Perth commuters will be able to use credit cards, phones and smart watches to pay for public transport…
New WA Corruption and Crime commissioner alters report by predecessor
Barely two weeks into his job, Western Australia’s new Corruption and Crime Commissioner has deleted a contentious section…
WA government to buy St John of God Mount Lawley Hospital, fund major hospital upgrades
A $1.6 billion upgrade of Perth’s Convention and Exhibition Centre has been scrapped to free up cash for…
Treasurer Rita Saffioti defends $1 million advertising blitz, as WA GST deal fight ramps up
The state government has defended spending $1 million on an advertising campaign about Western Australia’s GST deal, as…